Job Description

Teacher of History – Blackpool, Lancashire

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Blackpool, Lancashire to recruit a dedicated Teacher of History. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students and join a supportive school community on a long-term basis.

Teacher of History | Secondary School in Blackpool, Lancashire | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Maternity Cover

Vision for Education is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of History for a long-term maternity cover position in Blackpool, Lancashire. The successful Teacher of History will join the school from September 2026 and continue in the role until May 2027.

This secondary school in Blackpool, Lancashire was graded 'Good' at its most recent Ofsted inspection, with inspectors highlighting the positive culture, strong leadership and commitment to pupil achievement.

The Role

As a Teacher of History in Blackpool, Lancashire, you will:

Deliver engaging History lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

Plan and assess learning in line with the national curriculum

Inspire students to develop a passion for History

Create a positive and inclusive learning environment

Monitor progress and support students to achieve their potential

Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents

Requirements

To be considered for this Teacher of History role in Blackpool, Lancashire, you will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Have experience teaching History in a secondary school setting

Demonstrate strong classroom management skills

Have excellent communication and organisational abilities

Be committed to raising standards and pupil outcomes

Be able to provide suitable references and complete an enhanced DBS check

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)

• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

• Social and networking events.

• Pension contributions.

• CPD to help with your professional development.

• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Teacher that can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call the Preston office on (phone number removed).

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